Licensed Practical Nurse

Andrus Childrens CenterYonkers, NY, United States

14 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Overview of Licensed Practical Nurse

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, administers nursing care to a diverse multicultural injured, convalescent, or disabled pediatric / adult patients; safely administers specific medications to patients.

Schedules Available : Tuesday thru Saturday 11am to 8 : 00pm or Sunday thru Thursday from 1 : 00pm to 10 : 00pm

School Nurse Position : Full Time licensed Practical Nurse School Nurse

The LPN School nurse works on the Orchard School Schedule : Mon-Friday 8 : 15am-3 : 45pm. Vacation Schedule as per Orchard School with approx. 8 weeks for vacation per year. Compensation at 65k Annually

Essential Duties of Licensed Practical Nurse

Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

1. Understanding and supporting the agency's mission & treatment philosophy :

Treats all children, families and co-workers with respect & courtesy
Demonstrates and models sensitivity to cultural background of children, families and co-workers
Honors Sanctuary Commitments in all day to day activities

2. Provides nursing care to multiple pediatric residents

Treats all children, families and co-workers with respect & courtesy

Follows direction of Registered Nurse

Accurate Physical Assessment of patients : vital signs

Documentation of nurse findings in electronic medical record (Smartcare)

Communicates with treatment team and parents as needed

Identifies potential health and safety risks and communicates immediately with Registered Nurse and / or Chief Nurse to resolve issues / concerns immediately

3. Documentation

Documents nurse findings in electronic medical record (Smartcare)

Documents medication administration in medication administration record

Completes Staff injury report per Agency guidelines

Provides input into the Daily Health Center report as requested

Completes other documentation as requested

4. Collegiality / Teamwork

Works effectively with others

Flexible and accommodating in unplanned or crisis situations.

Seeks and accepts help and direction when necessary

Actively participates in team discussions and cooperates with follow through on plans

Works collaboratively with others on special projects as assigned

Supports overall strategic plan of the organization

Ability to adhere to our organization's core values and commitments

Essential Qualifications of Licensed Practical Nurse

Key qualifications include :

Licensed Practical Nurse, New York State Licensed Practical Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) current certification.

Experience with pediatric nursing in a residential facility setting preferred.

Description of general skill set : Professional demeanor; Strong oral and written communication skills,

Specific skill set : Able to accept direction of a Registered Nurse. Perform nursing tasks within a framework; Strong medication administration skills. Strong nursing clinical skills : physical / mental / emotional assessment skills to gather measurements / data; collect signs and symptoms for the health care team.

Experience with trauma preferred.

Ability to adhere to our organization's core values. Demonstrated emotional stability to cope with human suffering, emergencies, and other stressors.

Background in Pediatric and Family Nursing; Community Health; Patient-Family Relations (Customer Relations) preferred

NYS Driver's License preferred

Ability to adhere access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs

Benefits of Licensed Practical Nurse

Generous PTO : 4 weeks of vacation, personal and sick time

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

401(k) Employer Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Flex Spending Accounts

Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance

Professional Development

Physical / Travel Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse

Candidates who are successfully hired, must participate in our Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training which concludes with a written and verbal test, and you will be evaluated on conducting a proper physical restraint.

Ability to carry out these motions :

a. Reach

b. Walk

c. Climb Stairs

d. Bend

The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus' right to modify the duties / responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.

EEO Statement

Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

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